It doesn't take a professional angler to look at a map of Cape Cod and know that the fishing is great. The picturesque peninsula extends over 60 miles into the Atlantic Ocean and covers over 400 miles of shoreline. Scattered throughout the Cape are inshore bays and harbors that have seen their fair...
The short answer is yes—fish have a sense of smell and taste. But, how sharp and how precise these senses are depend on the fish. For example, catfish have 150 or more folds in their nostrils, giving them a very accurate sense of smell, while largemouth bass only...
Fishing is one of the most popular activities in the U.S. and is a great way to get some of the best meat in the world. Here are five of the best fish to eat that you can catch on your next trip to the nearest river or lake.
Walleye are a...
One of the most basic but challenging ways to catch fish is with a handline. While fishing with a conventional rod and reel set up, drag, gearing in the reel, and rod action are all working to help you tire out the fish and get it on board. Handlining has none of those advantages and it gives you th...
The incredibly aggressive and carnivorous tiger muskie is both an achievement and a trophy for anglers in cooler climates. Tiger muskies are difficult to catch because they’re large powerful fish that have frustratingly fickle feeding habits maki...
Catching fish is entirely dependent on whether or not you’re fishing where the fish are. While this sounds very obvious and redundant, it’s also quickly forgotten when you’re in a hurry.
If you want to make sure your time on the water is spent fi...
Weekly fishing reports straight from the cameras and eyes of local captains and guides in Bolivia. It doesn't get better than that.
Our Bolivia fishing guides constantly update us with the most current and thorough Bolivia fishing reports. See below for fishing reports from recent Bolivia fishing...
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Weekly fishing reports straight from the cameras and eyes of local captains and guides in savannah. It d...
Texas is a vast state that experiences all four seasons with dramatic fluctuations in temperature and water. Fish are naturally very in tune with their environment and these seasonal swings in weather drive fish behavior from spawning to migration. Texas also has abu...
The goliath grouper is the largest grouper species and in the Atlantic Ocean can be found from Florida to Brazil. This titanic fish can grow over eight feet long and weigh up to 800 pounds, but surprisingly, these monster fish generally live in less than 150 feet of...
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Spring might be the best time to hit the water with mild weather and some of the biggest action of the year. As the water temperatures begin to rise the fish get fired up and start feeding. For many anglers spring marks the beginning of the fishing season and with so many grea...
The definition of conservation is the preservation, protection, and management of natural resources. Aldo Leopold was an author, ecologist, forester, and philosopher who founded wildlife science. Leopold had many titles attributed to him the most important of which may b...
Fishing began as a way for people to procure food but for most people living a modern life, it has become a sport or hobby. The change resulted in a split industry consisting of commercial fishing and recreational fishing. When everyone was fishing for food big fish were sought a...
Triggerfish are oval-shaped fish with large heads, small mouths, small eyes, buck teeth, and three dorsal spines that give this fish its name. The first two spines work together to create a unique locking mechanism that is used to hide from potential threats. When these...
After thanking Jason and the crew, feasting on a delicious Indian dinner in Dar, and treating ourselves to a rowdy night in Dar at Crafty Dee’s (one of Doug’s favorite stops), we wake up and fly from Dar to Arusha hoping to uncover rare Kili trout. We are heading to be among the first pe...
Dar es Salaam from the air is unlike any major city you have seen. It is a city of over 6 million people, yet most buildings are not more than 2-3 stories, and many people still have farms in their backyards in the city proper. Most transportation is on foot or via small, motorized ricks...
With no idea what the new day will hold we head to a new section of the river, this one much more traditional - sandy banks, wide river, and grassy knolls overlooking prime fishing spots. This pool is much bigger and shallower - it is about a mile long and 50...
That’s an understatement - there’s no past experience that can prepare you for a big tiger on the line.
The first challenge you’ll face is just getting to the tigers. A trip around the world is no trip to your backyard pond.
The second challenge...
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Anglers who love to challenge themselves will thoroughly enjoy fishing slams. Fishing slams are pretty straightforward, catch a certain number of fish in a set amount of time, in theory, it’s just that easy. When it comes to the slams themselves there are official IGFA Slams and...
While most of our guides here at Captain Experiences will provide everything you need for a great day on the water, you might be curious to know what they’re bringing so you can be ready for your next solo adventure.
When you’re going fishing, one of the most important things...
Trout fishing is one of the most popular types of fishing in the U.S. but with so many species it's hard to know the difference. Some trout are char and some trout are hybrids and the difference between them isn’t always clear. We have created a quick breakdown of all t...
The southernmost parts of Louisiana where the land melts into the Gulf are well known for exceptional fishing. Anglers’ dreams are made of bull redfish in marshy backwaters and yellowfin tuna schooling near the oil rigs. Every year anglers flock to the Louisiana Coas...
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